The intersection of Pond Road and MO Route 100 is under the jurisdiction of the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT). The City is in the process of conducting a Signal Warrant Analysis for both this intersection and the intersection of MO Route T and MO Route 100, and plans to submit these analyses to MoDOT for consideration later this summer.

The 2/26/2018 Executive Session was conducted in full compliance with the Missouri Sunshine Law. The topics were closed matters pursuant to Lease, Purchase or Sale of Real Estate [RSMO 610.021(2) 1994] and Individually identifiable personnel records, performance ratings or records pertaining to employees or applicants for employment [RSMO 610.021(13) 1994].

At the February 12, 2018 City Council Meeting, a suggestion was made that a formal announcement of Council Member resignations be posted on the City website. Historically, formal announcements have not been made of Council Member resignations, with the vacancies addressed as part of a subsequent City Council Agenda. In the future, the City will make a formal announcement of City Council Member resignations in the "IN THE NEWS" section of the City website.

Meridian Waste proposed the change from single-stream to dual-stream after the closure of a local Materials Recycling Facility, which was caused by import bans on recyclable materials imposed by China and other nations. The City Council voted to accept this change on November 13th, December 10th, and on January 14th, 2019. The City will explore different options for recycling, with public input, until the contract extension expires on August 1, 2019 and the City enters into a new agreement with a provider. To provide your input, you may email us at recycling@cityofwildwood.com.

The closure of the Earth City Materials Recycling Facility (MRF), which was the result of import bans on recyclable materials being imposed by China and other nations, disrupted the local recycling market and the operations of waste haulers that were using the facility, including Meridian. The change to dual-stream recycling will ensure that local and regional markets are viable to accept this material rather than shipping it overseas.

Residents will have two recycle bins: one for rigid materials (plastic, aluminum, steel and tin), and one for fiber (paper and cardboard). These bins will be picked up on alternating weeks beginning the week of April 1, 2019.

Rigid Bin (First pickup the week of April 1, 2019):

Plastic containers 1, 2, 3, 5, 7 will continue to be collected curbside weekly. The recycling symbol shows you which number code it is. These plastics, however, cannot be black.

This policy is temporary and will continue until August 1, 2019. By then, the City of Wildwood will have a new contract with Meridian or another waste hauler. However, the terms of the new agreement may be similar to this one. We will seek public input on this service.

The new solid waste disposal contract will be approved by the City Council after receiving and reviewing competitive bids from trash haulers. It is anticipated that bids will received by early February 2019, and a decision reached thereafter by the City Council. We will notify residents of our progress toward awarding a new solid waste disposal contract via our e-newsletter, the Gazette, social media and other avenues we normally use to communicate to our residents.

Meridian will designate three or four locations throughout the city with City input. Meridian will also pay for the installation of these drop off locations, so there is no charge to residents or the City.

The cost of the new program will result in an increased cost of $0.50/month beginning on April 1, 2019 and continuing until August 1, 2019, when a new long-term contract is established through a competitive bidding process.

Yes! If your pizza box is soaked in grease or has food remnants, simply tear off the top portion of the box for recycling. If the box is clean, break it down and toss it in the smaller bin to be provided by Meridian.

Dual-stream recycling means that Meridian residential customers will sort recyclables into two bins for collection: one for plastics, tin, aluminum and steel, and another for paper and cardboard.

Weekly curbside pickup will be for plastics, tin, aluminum and steel. A new bi-weekly (every other week) pickup is planned for paper and cardboard, after new bins have been delivered for this purpose.

Residents will have the option to deliver recyclables to drop-off facilities to be located throughout the city.

Drop-off locations are being set up by Meridian at no cost to residents or the city. We will publicize the locations when we have them.

Both the City and Meridian will be providing information to residents in the mail, on the City’s website, and in the City’s social media channels about this change. You can also visit www.MeridianWaste.com/Wildwood for more information.

Trust indentures are written agreements that restrict or limit property used or activities in a subdivision. Indentures also detail the rules and procedures under which the subdivision will operate. These regulations and restrictions appear in the deed records and are private contracts between a property buyer and a property seller. Indentures are legally binding documents, recognized by the State of Missouri.

In unincorporated St. Louis County and most municipalities, indentures are binding upon every property owner in a defined private subdivision operating under an indenture. Additionally, all subsequent or future owners of property in a deed-restricted subdivision are required to abide by the indenture as well.

Indentures are usually created and activated on a subdivision by the initial developer. The developers are generally referred to as the first party, and serve as the initial governors, or trustees, of the subdivision. In most cases, at such time as 50% of the total lots in a subdivision have been sold, the First Party shall cause the resignation of one of the original trustees, and a successor trustee is elected by the lot owners.

Once 95% of the total lots in a subdivision have been sold, the First Party shall cause the resignation of a second original trustee, and the lot owners will elect a successor trustee. After 100% of the lots in a subdivision have been sold, the term of the remaining original trustee is expired and all lot owners elect a specified number of trustees to serve staggered terms, thereby ensuring there are always experienced trustees governing an association.

Since trust indentures are referenced on the title insurance policy, home buyers will become aware of the indentures at closing. Also, it is common for trustees or a welcome committee of the subdivision association to educate new home owners about the indentures after they move in.

Use restrictions are intended to preserve a subdivision's aesthetic appearance by setting standards for property maintenance, rules for construction on new or existing structures, and regulations for allowing or prohibiting certain uses or activities within a property in a subdivision. Before beginning any home improvement projects, it is wise to contact the subdivision trustees and review the subdivision indentures to ensure compliance.

A well-written indenture will typically include the following components:

A preface giving the legal description of the subdivision property, the parties involved, and the purpose and details of all restrictions.

A description of the use restrictions placed on the properties within the subdivision. These restrictions can include limits on the use, type, and size of buildings, fences, swimming pools, or other structures, the quality of construction materials, building setback lines and provisions for architectural control committees, maintenance funds, boards of trustees, meeting regulations, descriptions of common land, easements, and election information.

Definitions of key terms, specifications for the duration of the indenture and restrictions, their renewal and maintenance, enforcement, and application.

Most indentures are drafted with perpetual lifespans and have clear provisions for renewal. However, the length of time indentures remain in effect can be determined by a variety of factors. First, some indentures stipulate that they are tied into a particular parcel of property. In this sense, the indenture is said to run with the land. The indenture is said to run with the land because it will always run with the land, even if the land is sold from one owner to another. Secondly, some indentures specifically detail the timeline for which the restrictions and bylaws are valid. Lastly, if an indenture has not been enforced or maintained for a long duration of time, a judge can deem the indenture invalid due to lack of enforcement.

The most effective way of maintaining or enforcing indentures is through active participation in the subdivision association. An active group of neighbors will provide an effective voice for proper land use and maintenance. Attending monthly and annual meetings will also keep trustees and residents well informed about current events, policy updates, and legislation that can affect your subdivision. Solid communication between neighbors will allow problems to be worked out more effectively.

First and foremost, carefully read the indentures to be sure that the issue at hand is actually a violation. Then, speak with the owner of the property in question%u2014this may solve the problem, since it is possible that the property owner did not know that the indenture was violated.

If a problem persists, approaching the subdivision trustees is a good next step. The trustees can take the necessary steps to attempt to remedy the situation. They can also decide at which point the assistance of an attorney will be necessary.

It is important to note that government authorities do not enforce subdivision trust indentures; indentures are private, contractual agreements between a subdivision association and an individual property owner.

Yes. It is quite common for indentures to be updated or rewritten when they are old or are lacking substance. The ease or difficulty of amending a subdivision's trust indenture depends on the procedures established in the documents themselves. Some indentures allow amendment by a majority of property owners in the restricted subdivision. In other indentures, it may be necessary to obtain the approval of all property owners within the subdivision.

A well-written indenture will usually have a clearly defined amendment provision. It is recommended that subdivision associations enlist the assistance of an attorney in creating or updating their indenture. Since indentures are legal documents, attorneys have the necessary expertise to ensure a subdivision association drafts a properly structured and legally sound document.